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Dragonflies have existed for more than 320 million years and used to have a wingspan of more than two feet. An informative video helps viewers understand the adaptations of this insect to survive longer than the dinosaurs, and their unique way of capturing and eating prey.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Compare the prehistoric and current dragonflies
- Add a diagram of the dragonfly body parts to science journals
Classroom Considerations
- The last minute of the four-minute video contains an advertisement rather than content
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Works well in a traditional or flipped classroom
- Links to many high-quality related resources
Cons
- None